Britain’s Energy Coast™ is a £2 billion package of regeneration projects that will establish the West Coast of Cumbria as a major national hub for low carbon and renewable energy generation.

Building on the existing expertise within West Cumbria’s world-renowned nuclear industry, the vision is to transform the boroughs of Copeland, Allerdale and Furness into a thriving centre of excellence for energy technologies ranging from off-shore wind, tidal and wave to biomass, anaerobic digestion and energy from waste.

Nationally the Britain’s Energy Coast™ initiative could play a major role in the country’s response to the pressing challenges of climate change and energy security. Locally it has the potential to create 16,000 jobs and boost Cumbria’s economic performance by £800 million a year.

Importantly the “energy” in Britain’s Energy Coast™ extends well beyond the energy industry and runs through all aspects of life for the area’s proud communities. This is why significant investment is being made to transport links and housing; widespread improvements made to health services; and new leisure, cultural and sporting facilities created to serve local people and visitors alike.

By acting locally and thinking globally we can build a brighter future for West Cumbria’s communities and help create a better environment for everyone.